A Collection of Buddhist Wisdom Verses - Ancient Buddhist Texts

27: Advice
Dhp 76 Rādhattheravatthu
Welcoming Correction
A poor brāhman ordains with Ven. Sāriputta and
proves to be amenable to correction. In no long
time he attains Awakening.
515. Nidhīnaṁ va pavattāraṁ, yaṁ passe vajjadassinaṁ,
Niggayhavādiṁ medhāviṁ tādisaṁ paṇḍitaṁ bhaje,
Tādisaṁ bhajamānassa seyyo hoti na pāpiyo.
He should see one who points out faults
Like one who shows hidden treasure,
He should keep company with such
A wise one who will censure him,
By keeping company with such
It is better for him not worse.
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